These Nutella-Filled Donuts are a delightful treat that combines the soft, fluffy texture of homemade donuts with the creamy, rich taste of Nutella. After frying, they're rolled in sugar for a sweet, crystalline finish, making them an irresistible snack or dessert.
Why You'll Love This:
- The combination of warm, freshly-made donuts with the hazelnut-chocolate flavor of Nutella is heavenly.
- Rolling in sugar adds a pleasant sweetness and texture.
- Versatile and customizable: you can choose your favorite fillings besides Nutella.
- Ideal for a special breakfast, brunch treat, or dessert.
Ingredients:
- Dough: 150ml milk, 35g white sugar, 16g vanilla extract, 10g instant yeast, 35g butter, 1 egg white, 1 whole egg, 425g all-purpose flour, 4g salt
- Filling: Nutella
- Garnish: Granulated sugar
Method:
- Heat the milk slightly, then mix with white sugar, vanilla extract, and yeast. Let it sit for a few minutes.
- Melt the butter and let it cool. Whisk in the egg white and whole egg.
- Combine the milk mixture with the melted butter and eggs. Gradually add flour and salt, kneading to form a soft dough.
- Let the dough rise until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough and cut into circles. Let them rise again.
- Fry the donuts in hot oil until golden brown on each side.
- Once cool enough to handle, fill each donut with Nutella using a piping bag.
- Roll the filled donuts in granulated sugar.
Pro Tips:
- Adjust the sugar coating to your preference, or omit it for a less sweet option.
- Ensure the donuts are not too hot when filling with Nutella to prevent melting.
Enjoy the warm, fluffy delight of your Nutella-Filled Donuts, a treat that's sure to bring smiles!